Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
persicifolia
ID:
302569

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil. ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 281 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301901

Common Names

  • Persicifolia Sage
  • Scarlet Sage
  • Sierra Sage

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Description

Salvia persicifolia (also called Peach-leaved sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in areas with full sun exposure.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia persicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a fragrant oil. It is also used as a culinary herb and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia persicifolia has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia persicifolia is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring.

Where to Find Salvia persicifolia

Salvia persicifolia is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Salvia persicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia persicifolia?

Salvia persicifolia

What is the common name of Salvia persicifolia?

Peach-Leaved Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia persicifolia?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky soils.

Species in the Salvia genus

Salvia absconditiflora, Salvia acuminata, Salvia adenocaulon, Salvia adenophora, Salvia adenophylla, Salvia adiantifolia, Salvia adoxoides, Salvia adulterina, Salvia aegyptiaca, Salvia aequidens, Salvia aequidistans, Salvia aerea, Salvia aethiopis, Salvia africana-lutea, Salvia alamosana, Salvia alariformis, Salvia alata, Salvia albicaulis, Salvia albiflora, Salvia albimaculata, Salvia albocaerulea, Salvia alborosea, Salvia alexeenkoi, Salvia algeriensis, Salvia aliciae, Salvia altissima, Salvia alvajaca, Salvia amethystina, Salvia amissa, Salvia amplexicaulis, Salvia amplicalyx, Salvia amplifrons, Salvia anastomosans, Salvia andreji, Salvia anguicoma, Salvia angulata, Salvia angustiarum, Salvia apiana, Salvia apparicii, Salvia appendiculata, Salvia arabica, Salvia aramiensis, Salvia arborescens, Salvia arbuscula, Salvia arduinervis, Salvia arenaria, Salvia areolata, Salvia areysiana, Salvia argentea, Salvia ariana,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-183484: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.